Catch Beach Club Best Tuna Steak EVER! I was bouncing up and down in my seat when I saw it coming. Not only that–there was a live DJ and the place was pumping. http://www.catchbeachclub.com/

Photo: Alan Raga

Photo: Alan Raga

Palm Seaside Restaurant This restaurant will have you saying “wow” when you walk through the door. They have designed the dining area within a pool of water (see the photo). We had an amazing three-course Seafood and coconut ice cream dinner. They should really package that ice cream and send it to New Zealand because I have never tasted anything like it. http://www.palmseaside.com/

Photo: Alan RagaThe view at Palm Seaside Restaurant

What to Do

Flying Hanuman Zipline through the Thai jungle with the coolest bunch of guides. These guys were entertaining and professional. This experience definitely pushed me out of my comfort-zone but worth the thrill http://flyinghanuman.com/

Photo: Alan Raga

Photo: Alan Raga

LoveAndaman If you are wanting to lay on an island and truly experience nature at its best, jet boat to Honeymoon island with LoveAndaman. Our instructor was so full of energy that she uplifted everyone. You will be fed and have as many drinks as you like. Great activities on the island such as snorkelling, glass boating and volley ball. https://www.loveandaman.com/

Who wouldn’t be this happy heading to a place so beautiful! Photo: Alan Raga

Andaman Trip Phuket Twilight Boat Cruise took us sea canoeing though Phang Nga bay and to visit James Bond Island. They kept us well fed and watered with a delicious lunch and a twilight dinner. You can find them on Facebook or Instagram @andamantripphuket.

Photo: Alan Raga

Photo: Alan Raga

Turtle feeding at Anantara Mai Khao Anantara Mai Khao Resort preserves the nesting sites of turtles on their shores as well as rehabilitate Turtles with defects or disabilities. They also raise young Turtles and release them to preserve the population. Make sure to check them out and understand why it is so important to protect these amazing creatures. http://www.maikhaomarineturtlefoundation.org/the-turtles.html

Photo: Alan Raga

What to see

Siam Niramit Phuket I am a drama teacher so theatre is a passion of mine so when I say that this is an extraordinary show I mean it. We received some education about Thailand’s myths and legends. The staging is extravagant and whoever designed it made every thought and idea come to life. There is a river on the stage that appeared out of nowhere. A river. You must see this show. http://www.siamniramit.com/index.php

Photo: Alan Raga

Patong-Bangla Road This road is the centre of Patong beach and it is not for the light-hearted. If you are into nightlife and partying you will have a lot of fun here. Pre-warning: do not bring your children here at night as it turns R18 after dark! 😉

Photo: Alan Raga

Jungceylon Shopping mall This is where you can get your high-end products and handily stock up on groceries.

Bazaan Markets Opposite Jungceylon SM- Fresh produce, seafood, clothing goods and some sizzling food stalls. We had some fun trying the durian fruit which is banned from most hotels and resorts because of the smell.

Photo: Alan Raga

Photo: Alan Raga

Have you been to Phuket or Thailand? Any place you’d suggest checking out? Let me know in the comments!